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South of England Rare Breeds Centre - Ashford
Fun, adventure & discovery, Friendly Farm Animals. Whatever the weather or time of year, no other attraction offers so much to see and do as the Rare Breeds Centre with its unique mix of fun, excitement and countryside adventure, set in 120 acres of unspoilt countryside. INDOOR & OUTDOOR PLAY AREA's! Mysterious Marsh Pig Racing...
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The Hawking Centre - Doddington
Children aged 8 - 12 years can have a fantastic opportunity to spend hands on time with birds of prey, in our new Falconry Fun Days, designed both to educate and to entertain, run by expert Falconers. The Day begins at 10am. A VIP tour of the birds is followed by short tuition on handling the birds. Then it's straight on to wearing a...
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Wildlife Heritage Foundation - Ashford
WHF is not routinely open to the public; access via pre-booked events only! BIG CAT AFTERNOON TOUR Enjoy an exclusive visit to see Europe's most important collection of felids. Our collection includes some of the World's most endangered big cats; Amur leopards, Sumatran tigers, Amur tigers, Snow leopards and North Chinese leopards. ...
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Beech Court Gardens - Ashford
Loads of animals to see and an on site cafe! Children’s Garden Trail Gardens are not just for the retired. We have a trail specifically for the younger generation! Admission Adults OAPs Groups (15 or more) Children (5-16 years) ...
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Kent Life - Maidstone
Kent Life is a 28 acre , premier heritage farm attraction that encompasses a wonderful farmyard with a family of friendly animals ranging from donkeys, horses and ferrets to piglets, goats and lambs, many of whom are reared on site. At Cuddle Corner, our brand new petting area, you can even get up close to the farm animals. In addition, our...
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The Barnyard - Sittingbourne
Farm shops with a restaurant, and enjoy tranquil woodland trails, and an exciting summer maze set within 150 acres of Kent countryside. Take a revitalising walk around The BarnYard’s expansive 150 acre site. Explore the Kent countryside whilst enjoying the view of the entire landscape and surrounding scenery, walk through our...
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The Hop Farm - Paddock Wood
Our Award Winning World of Activities is packed full of new features, rides and undercover wonders to entertain and fuel imaginations – come and enjoy one of life’s biggest adventures. For a fun filled great value family day out, immerse yourself in many activities during your visit, there really is something for everyone. On arrival...
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Druidstone Park - Canterbury
Whether you are interested in meeting our many friendly animals, having fun in the adventure play areas, finding peace and tranquility in the enchanted woodland, or just relaxing in the idyllic surroundings of the park garden, you won't be disappointed. Set in a landscape valuable, not only for its natural beauty, but moreover its abundance of...
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Nepicar Farm
Everything you need to keep a young family happy In the fresh outdoor countryside. Full variety of traditional farm animals Pleasant farm and woodland walks Tractor and Trailor Rides Pet the small animals in 'Cuddle Corner' The Story of Wool...
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Howletts Wild Animal Park - Canterbury
Howletts is a breeding sanctuary for some of the most rare and endangered species in the world. With over 450 animals and over 50 individual species, visitors have the opportunity to see real animals, real close and be part of real conservation in action. Home to the world’s largest collection of critically endangered...
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Lathe Barn Children’s Farm - Romney Marsh
Surrounded by open fields and home to a flock of Romney Ewes you can enjoy being amongst the company of Ginger the Shetland Pony and all their friends. You'll find plenty of rabbits and geese, lambs and goats, chicken, owls and guinea pigs to name but a few. Bring a picnic, enjoy the play area and allow time for a go on the mini golf and...
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Great Knelle Farm
Day/night guided trips to view wild boar in their natural habitat; we will visit local woodland to view boar signs, dinner at the most excellent Rose and Crownin Beckley, and back to the farm to experience the nightly visits of the boar in safety. We plan to show visitors how it is quite possible for man and wild boar to co-exist without the...
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Port Lympne Wild Animal Park - Hythe
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve is the UK’s first conservation hotel & reserve. Once the opulent country estate or Sir Phillip Sassoon, Port Lympne’s 600 acres of private parkland is now home to more than 900 endangered animals including: the largest herd of black rhino in the UK, western lowland gorillas, tigers, lions,...
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Wildwood Trust - Herne Bay
A visit to Wildwood, is a great day out for all the family where you can see over 200 British animals past and present. Set in 40 acres of ancient woodland, Wildwood holds a stunning collection of over 200 British animals in semi-natural enclosures, laid out around a twisting woodland trail. See wolves, foxes, deer, badgers, owls, wild horses,...
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Wingham Wildlife Park - Canterbury
At the park we have tried to ensure that our facilities offer you the most comfortable and enjoyable surroundings for your trip. All of the facilities at the park have been designed to ensure that your visit is safe however please remember a few things when you visit the park to ensure that the trip gives you the best benefits: Ensure that...
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Eagle Heights - Eynsford
Eagle Heights is one of the UK's largest bird of prey centres, currently we have a collection of approximately 150 raptors. This includes over 50 species, many of which are now breeding at the centre or can be seen flying in our daily demonstrations. We're also an expanding wildlife park for many different species of animals, including cheetahs,...
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Rare Species Conservation Centre - Sandwich
Rare Species Conservation Centre was created in 2006. It was formerly a small children's zoo and it was taken over and renovated by a small group of people passionate about preserving the World's lesser known rare and endangered species of animal which are often overlooked in other more mainstream zoological establishments. The Centre forms part...
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Marsh Farm Country Park & Fort Fun
Marsh Farm Country Park is owned and managed by Essex County Council where children can meet the animals and use the indoor / outdoor adventure play areas. It provides an enjoyable and educational day out for all the family and meet and pet farm animals in the Pet Barn where guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets rats, and other animals or just go for a...
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Tropical Wings World of Wildlife
There is a massive selection of wildlife to interact with at Tropical Wings in Essex. Some of Daily activities and attractions at the zoo include: * One of the UK's largest tropical butterfly houses * Feeding the Wallabies * Otter and Meerkat Feeding Time * Birds of...
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Christmas Tree Farm
At Christmas Tree farm we have a wide selection of animals. Some have been rescued or donated to the farm. At present we have 2 Jersey Cows called Betty and Daisy. Children and adults love their big long tongues. We also have 2 donkeys, one a Jenny called Ellee and one a Jack called J.C. Opening Times/: 10AM - 4PM NOV-FEB 10AM - 5.30PM MAR -...
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Beaver Water World - Tatsfield
Beaver Zoological Gardens & Reptile Rescue Centre is precisely that, we are a registered charity and we rescue reptiles and all the other animals in our care. We are not a Zoo in the accepted sense however we do have to have a zoo license in order to rescue dangerous wild animals and also to allow people to visit. In the grounds you will see...
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Ashdown Llama Farm - Forest Row
Location Ashdown Forest Llama Park is located on Ashdown Forest, East Sussex, on the A22 about 5 miles south of East Grinstead. History The Ashdown Herd of llamas and alpacas was started in 1987. Over the years the numbers have increased and in 1995 what is now the Park was purchased, and opened to the public in 1996. There are now...
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Woodlands Farm - Welling
Woodlands Farm covers approximately 89 acres on the borders of Greenwich and Bexley boroughs near to Oxleas Woods. Run by a charitable trust, it is an educational Farm managed under the Natural England Higher Level Countryside Stewardship Scheme where we try to balance farming practice with the needs of nature...
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Barleylands Farm - Billericay
Barleylands Farm Centre is accessed from our large, free car park. Children of all ages can meet and feed our friendly farm animals, ride the mini tractors around the farm and let off steam in the adventure play area. Come along and visit Sam the ferret, cuddle a rabbit in the bunny barn and see if the ducks and geese are visiting our pond or ride...
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Knockhatch Adventure Park - Hailsham
There's just so much to see and do here at Knockhatch Adventure Park there is something for everyone.With an animal farm and falconry enclosure to enjoy the beasts and birds! Set in 80 acres of countryside, the Park offers a wide variety of fun indoor and outdoor activities, from crazy golf, to indoor soft play, quadapillar barrel...
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The British Wildlife Centre - Lingfield
See over forty different native wild animal species from tiny harvest mice to magnificent red deer...and everything in between. We open... EVERY WEEKEND AND PUBLIC HOLIDAY from March to the end of October AND DAILY DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS. EASTER HOLIDAY: Saturday 9 April - Monday 25 April Outside public opening dates we are...
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Old MacDonald's Farm
For all weather fun days out let your kids go mad in our superb indoor soft play area whilst you relax and enjoy a nice cup of freshly brewed tea or coffee. When the sun is shining Old MacDonald’s Farm is a fantastic family attraction full of fun outdoor activities. You can spend time with the farm animals or have fun on our exciting rides...
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Godstone Farm & Playbarn
Set in the beautiful Surrey Hills and a short distance from the M25, the farm is the perfect family fun filled day out. We pride ourselves on being interactive with an array of animals to see including Llamas, Goats, Sheep, Ducks, Pigs and many more plus the animal holding area where you can stroke the bunnies and chicks. As well as the animals...
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Newham City Farm - Beckton
Come and visit Blaze the gigantic Shire Horse or taste the honey made in the farm's very own bee hives. The farm's pond is home to a host of geese and ducks. Opened in 1977, Newham Farm is one of London's longest established city farms, and boasts, among other animals, pigs, sheep and pygmy goats and even birds of prey. Free entry...
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Crystal Palace Park Farm
The farm reopened to the public in April 2008 and now provides facilities for members of the local community who are interested in developing their skills and knowledge in animal care and welfare. It is also hoped that the facilities can be used to enhance the curriculum offer available in local schools, by providing day visits for up to...
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Middle Farm - Lewes
We are open from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. There is no charge for entry to Middle Farm, apart from the Open Farm where tickets are £4.00 per head. There is no charge for children under 3. Season tickets also available at a cost £35 per...
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Blackberry Farm - Lewes
Blackberry Farm is set within 18 acres of beautiful Sussex countryside in the village of Whitesmith. Our family run farm is home to over 200 animals and wildfowl. We have carefully chosen our comprehensive collection of animals for their variety, character and good nature. They are all extremely friendly, most can be petted or...
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Mohair Centre - Chiddingly
Holiday Club runs mid July to mid August: Each day will include feeding the animals and any routine stock tasks that need doing. There are always lots of jobs to be done. There might even be some bottle-feeding to do! Each week we'll have a different theme. There will be lots of crafts to choose from every day. There might be den...
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Ladyland Farm
Educational fun with hands on interaction with all the animals: Feeding calves, lambs, kid goats, piglets, rabbits, chicks, etc. Collecting eggs. Conducted Fun Educational Visits during School Holidays. August weekdays Feeding 11:00 a.m., finishing 3:00 p.m. daily. ...
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Surrey Docks Farm - South Wharf
Surrey Docks Farm is a working city farm in the heart of London. It occupies a 2.2 acre site on the south bank of the river Thames in Rotherhithe. The farm works with local communities and the people of Southwark to provide many unique opportunities for people to learn about farming and food production, and to be actively involved...
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Stepping Stones Farm - Stepney Way
Stepping Stones Farm was set up in 1979 as a result of community consultation. Local residents, schools, churches & community groups were consulted and a small patch of land was secured for the farms use. Since then we have doubled in size thanks to London Borough of Tower Hamlets giving us the derelict land that forms our square of 4.2 acres ...
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Spitalfields Farm - Buxton Street
Spitalfields City Farm is the nearest city farm to the square mile. Despite this, the farm is located in one of the most deprived and densely populated wards of Tower Hamlets (DOE 1996), although Spitalfields remains a vibrant and colourful multi-cultural area with strong community links. The farm is a registered charity and company limited by...
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Seven Sisters Sheep Centre - Eastbourne
Welcome to the Seven Sisters Sheep Centre. A warm welcome awaits you at this family run farm. We are set in the beautiful Sussex Downland just 1 mile from Beachy Head. Our farm is packed full of animals and with loads of things to do, you can be sure that adults and children alike will have a great experience to remember. We also have a Mobile...
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Brookes Farm - Skeltons Lane Park
Brooks Farm is a wonderful visitor’s attraction based inside Skeltons Lane Park, Leyton, E10. The farm has full disabled access and two disabled parking bays (call to book). Parking is widely available on Skeltons Lane or Byron Road, although we strongly advise the use of public transport.During school holidays there are...
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Spring Barn Farm - Lewes
So much to see and do… Meet your favourite farm animals and our small animals up close, and join in the daily activity schedule! COCKY’S fantastic indoor play barn with MEGA slides (open from 10am) and Under 5’s and Under 3’s soft play Outdoor play areas, 2 big...
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Hackney City Farm
For over 20 years , Hackney City Farm has been giving the local community the opportunity to experience farming right in the heart of the city. It offers an opportunity for children and adults to get up close to a range of farmyard animals. Have a browse and find out more about what we do, or better still, come and visit us and see for...
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Vauxhall City Farm - London SE11
Vauxhall City Farm is an oasis in the heart of London, providing the local community and visitors from afar the opportunity to stay connected to nature and animals. Covering 1.5 acres of land, Vauxhall City Farm is home to over 80 animals, which provides a chance for Londoners to meet farm animals face to face from rare breed sheep and cows to...
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Deen City Farm and Riding School - Merton
Deen City Farm is a unique, educational resource and registered charity in SW London, giving people the opportunity to learn from their visit or contribution to a successful community project. You can download a General Leaflet on the Farm from here. The Farm is based on National Trust land (part of the Morden Hall Park Estate) on the fringes of...
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Peppa Pig World (Express Day Trip from London)
Over 70 attractions for all ages, plus luxury transport from London What's included Access to Paultons Park, including Peppa Pig World Luxury return transfer on a superior coach Colouring kit, video screen, and Peppa Pig toys (for on-board entertainment only) Free WiFi USB charger at every coach seat Services of a Guest Service Assistant ...
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Corams Fields - Bloomsbury
Coram's Fields is a unique seven acre playground and park for children and young people living in or visiting London. It includes a Youth Centre, Children's Centre, Community Nursery, Sports Programme, a city farm and a cafe which is open from March until October. The park is open all year round from 9am until dusk and is free...
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Freightliners Farm - Islington
Come and enjoy a taste of country life in the city. Freightliners Farm, in the heart of Islington, provides an exciting opportunity for you to experience a real working farm in action. The Farm is open all year round from Tuesday to Sunday. On Monday, the farm is closed except on Bank Holidays. During the Christmas period, the farm is...
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Washbrooks Farm Centre - Hurstpierpoint
Welcome to Washbrooks Family Farm. Come and enjoy our beautiful location overlooking the South Downs in the village of Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex. A great day out what ever the weather. We are a family business offering a great environment for young children to meet all their favourite farm animals under one roof and enjoy hours of...
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Hobbledown Childrens Farm - Epsom
Our guide will help you find all the information you and your young Hobblers need to plan your visit to Hobbledown. We want you to have the most mysterical experience here with us, so whether it’s your first visit or even your hundredth (we really hope so!), then a quick read through will make sure you really get the most out of your time at...
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Kentish Town City Farm - London
Children, young people and adults are actively encouraged to participate in all aspects of animal care, from mucking out to helping with feeds and site maintenance. The farm has a stock of chickens, cows, ducks, geese, goats, horses, pigs and sheep. Some of the animals are rare breeds and they are are used to being ...
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Lee Valley Park Farms - Waltham
Lee Valley Park Farms in Waltham Abbey, Essex are just the best kind of fun when it comes to a great value family day out. For a great family day out come and visit us at Lee Valley Park Farms! Whizz down our toboggan run in the Alpine Adventure . Then bound around the world in 80 leaps with our World of Farming zone and learn about llamas,...
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Redwings Horse Sanctuary - Ada Cole Visitor Centre
Meet rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules nose-to-nose at Redwings Ada Cole – from irresistibly fluffy Shetland pony Tinkerbell to cheeky wheeling and dealing donkeys Del Boy and Rodney. Redwings Ada Cole, near Harlow, is part of the UK’s largest horse sanctuary, Redwings Horse Sanctuary, where animal lovers can get up close and...
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WWT London Wetland - Barnes
Located on the banks of the River Thames in Barnes, Southwest London the centre is home to rare and beautiful wildlife including Bitterns, Kingfishers and a colony of endangered Water voles. The spectacular 42 hectare reserve also features: * Fun family day out at London Wetland Centre...
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Waltham Abbey Gardens
Waltham Abbey Gardens offer relaxing surroundings rich in history. It’s the reputed burial site of King Harold, after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Some of the remains visible today, including the cloister entry, Abbey gateway, precinct and chapter house walls, and the stone bridge over the Cornmill Stream, give an...
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Juniper Hall Field Centre
Get up close to your local wildlife at our Surrey Wildlife Festival. Join the fun with activities including meet the animals, face painting, games, food & drink and much much more. Limited parking for disabled. Cost: Adults £4, under 16’s £3, under 3’s FREE, family ticket £10 Start date: 08 June 2013,...
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Find the best children's farms, petting zoos near me in the county of Kent these versions of small zoos show anything related to animals. For viewing and petting or even feeding them, so enjoy a day out with the kids and some family fun time. This could include sheep racing, feeding animals, play grounds, or shows including animals and where you can see horses and ponies or rabbits and sheep to stroke and feed.
They can interaction with a broad range of domestic animals, these may well feature lambs inclucing lambing, birds of prey, rabbits, small camels, wild boar, and quite possibly ostriches. Food may likely be picked up for the animals from a shop.
Your local petting zoo might even have more unfamiliar creatures such as meerkats, exotic animals such as snakes and spiders and even colourful birds. Relax knowing if you are an Uncle with nephew or nieces for instance, then you definitely will not likely be disappointed with what a little one's petting zoo can provide you with everyone. Some working farms may even provide you with a mobile service which would probably be of particular interest to a teacher seeking to set up a school outing.